The future of Matthew Stafford is dominating discussions surrounding the Los Angeles Rams, with speculation growing that the team could be the best landing spot for former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones.
Jones was released by the Giants in November after a four-year, $160 million contract, later signing with the Minnesota Vikings’ practice squad but never seeing game action. His future with the Vikings is uncertain, and while he possesses impressive physical traits and helped the Giants reach the playoffs in 2022, a career resurgence may require him to develop as a backup, similar to how Sam Darnold revived his career with the San Francisco 49ers in 2023.
Bleacher Report’s Kristopher Knox suggests that Jones could thrive learning under Rams head coach Sean McVay, especially considering McVay’s influence on Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell. With veteran backup Jimmy Garoppolo set to be a free agent, the Rams could use Jones as a backup while he continues to learn from one of the NFL’s brightest offensive minds.
Jones’ potential move to the Rams mirrors the success of Baker Mayfield, who revitalized his career with McVay’s help in 2022 before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
As for Stafford, his uncertain future with the Rams leaves the team in a precarious situation. While 2023 fourth-round pick Stetson Bennett remains unproven, the Rams could be forced to make a tough decision on their quarterback situation. The No. 26 pick in the 2025 draft offers some flexibility, but a decision from Stafford would provide much-needed clarity for the Rams moving forward.
